Chapter 127

Chapter 127:

She was enveloped by an endless white expanse, the sterile scent of disinfectant hanging heavy in the air.

A ventilator pressed uncomfortably against her face, hindering her breaths.

Awareness slowly crept in—she was in a hospital.

Her blurred sight slowly sharpened, forming the outline of a concerned figure standing over her. It was none other than Alex.

Recognition flickered through her foggy mind, and a wave of relief washed over her. Her heart, which had been pounding in wild disarray, settled into a more steady rhythm.

Thank goodness it wasn’t Noah.

“You’re awake, Sadie!” Alex’s voice carried a trace of concern as he lightly brushed his hand against her forehead. “How are you feeling?” he asked softly, his eyes searching hers for any sign of discomfort.

Sadie gave a feeble shake of her head, her voice just a raspy whisper.

weakly,

filled it to the brim before gently assisting

cool water glided over her parched lips and down her throat, offering a fleeting

Sadie muttered urgently, gripping Alex’s hand with surprising strength. Her voice was fraught with

eyes, wide and haunted, seemed to see something

don’t care if I die—I just never want to see

story is

squeeze in his chest, seeing

best to rest here, under medical care, for a few more days. We’re safe, Sadie. We’re not in Jazmah anymore. This is my territory. Noah won’t

fiercely, tears cascading

voice

resolve in her eyes, Alex realized that arguing would

a heavy nod. “I’ll arrange for us to leave immediately.” He stood, his silhouette framed by the window, and dialed the phone.

haunting memory of the crash reverberated

had all collided

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